Fishing

To report suspected illegal fishing activity, like poaching or the illegal trade of seafood, call:

0800 4 POACHER0800 47 62 24

It is helpful if you can provide:

the exact location

the vehicle/trailer registration number

the boat name

a description of the person(s).

Dogs

Dogs must be registered with TCDC. Registrations are renewable annually in July.

Dogs can be walked off leash (but under control) on Kuaotunu beaches all year round EXCEPT:

public holiday weekends; and

the period from 20 December to 31 January (inclusive).

During these periods dogs are NOT permitted on the beach from 9am to 6pm. If you are found with your dog on the beach during this time you will be subject to an instant fine of $200.

There is a dog exercise area on Kuaotunu Beach that stretches from the public access area opposite Kingfisher Lane to Quarry Point (i.e. the boat ramp). Dogs can be off leash in this area at all times, all year long.

As a result of the wonderful work of the Project Kiwi Trust, we are privileged to share our environment in Kuaotunu with many wild Kiwi. One of the biggest enemies of Kiwis in the wild is dogs, and the Trust therefore encourages all Kuaotunu residents, and visitors who holiday here frequently, to take their dogs to Kiwi Aversion training sessions once a year.

These sessions take approximately 10 minutes per dog and they are free. To book one of these sessions, or to register your interest in future sessions, please email Sheila at avertmydog@projectkiwi.org.nz or text her on 021 716514.